by Volodymyr Boiko | Sep 28, 2021
We all want to elevate procurement’s status in the business and become a strategic partner. But the problem isn’t that we aren’t valuable, it’s an image issue. A lot of other stakeholders don’t have the same goals that procurement has, and so we can...
by Volodymyr Boiko | Sep 15, 2021
Don’t Let your Project Fail Before it Ever Gets Started When it comes to digital transformation, things like implementations or roadmap strategies steal the spotlight. But there’s something that comes before any of that which can make or break any...
by Volodymyr Boiko | Sep 2, 2021
Moving diversity & inclusiveness up the agenda in procurement Our latest report with TealBook to help you capitalize on procurement’s hottest topic, supplier diversity. The Harvard Business Review said, “An inclusive procurement strategy widens the pool...
by Volodymyr Boiko | Aug 31, 2021
Contracts are the foundation of all business relationships, and in many ways, the backbone of procurement work. That’s why making the business case for a contract management system is paramount. Even the best procurement work can be completely undone due to poor...
by Volodymyr Boiko | Aug 23, 2021
by Volodymyr Boiko | Aug 19, 2021
For buyers, receiving invoices, validating and approving them, and paying them on time is key to getting the best possible payment terms and ensuring good supplier relationships. But this can be a challenge when doing business across borders because of the complex...
by Volodymyr Boiko | Aug 6, 2021
by Volodymyr Boiko | Jul 29, 2021
Having clean and relevant is everything in digital transformation. Without it there will be a lot of wasted money on new technology that can’t deliver results. Garbage in, garbage out. By putting in the work early with your data, you can create a continuous...
by Volodymyr Boiko | Jul 29, 2021
Everyone wants world class results but don’t want to put in the work. We get it. It’s difficult, it can be time consuming, and just figuring out where to start can be a headache. But that’s where the opportunity lies to get ahead, and with this step-by-step...
by Volodymyr Boiko | Jul 29, 2021
Every year The Hackett Group runs a study on the top supply chain issues and priorities for the coming year. Unsurprisingly cost efficiency, risk management, becoming a strategic business partner, and overcoming the “do more with less” mandate are always near...